2001 GMC Safari vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Violet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |